Head Coach Volleyball

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Little Rock Athletics is seeking a Head Women’s Volleyball Coach who will be responsible for the successful execution in planning, developing and administering all phases of the volleyball program, including recruiting and coaching high quality student-athletes and managing all coaching staff members. All duties and responsibilities are governed by state, federal and university policy.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of intercollegiate Volleyball coaching experience
Expertise in the technical aspects of volleyball
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, student athletes, alumni and donors
Extremely organized, self-starter, intrinsically motivated
Proven ability to multi-task effectively
Ability to prioritize specific tasks and meet deadlines
Proficient computer skills including ability to utilize Teamworks platforms
Availability to work flexible work schedule including nights and weekends
Travel with sport teams for away contests
Thorough knowledge of NCAA and UAC conference rules and regulations
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Master degree preferred
Previous head coaching experience at the collegiate level

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, organization and supervision for all aspects of the women’s volleyball program
Supervise student-athletes during practices and games, observing and evaluating performance and demonstrating proper techniques
Monitor the academic performance of student-athletes in conjunction with the academic staff
Recruit and evaluate high quality high school and transfer student athletes
Manage the women’s volleyball program within the parameters of the approved operating budget, including athletic scholarships and additional revenue share funds
Assist in fundraising activities as necessary including but not limited to representing the women’s volleyball program at professional meetings, alumni events and other events as necessary
Interview, supervise, train and evaluate assistant coaches and other support staff in the performance of their duties
Observes and promotes an atmosphere of compliance with all NCAA, United Athletic Conference (UAC) and institutional rules
Monitor student-athlete academic progress
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics